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Hydrodesulfurization

Hydrodesulfurization is the process of removing a very smelly and harmful chemical called sulfur from things like crude oil or natural gas. This process is important because when we burn fuel that has sulfur in it, it creates air pollution that can be very harmful to us and the environment.

So scientists and engineers use special machines to take crude oil or natural gas and mix it with hydrogen gas in a big tank. Then they heat up the tank to high temperatures and put a special kind of metal inside that helps break apart the sulfur chemical in the fuel. This metal is like a superhero that fights the bad guy (sulfur) and wins!

After the sulfur is taken out, the fuel is much cleaner and safer to use. This is important for things like making gasoline for cars, heating homes, or running big factories. By removing sulfur, we can enjoy these things while keeping the air cleaner and safer for everyone.
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